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Responding to AGV position shifts and environmental changes! Achieving high-precision self-position estimation with Visual SLAM.

We provide Toshiba's unique self-position estimation technology optimized for real-time use for AGVs and autonomous systems. ◆ Three Visual SLAM Technologies - "Landmark based SLAM," which performs absolute self-position estimation based on landmarks such as QR codes. - "Visual Relocalizer," which automatically finds feature points from the scenery to perform absolute self-position estimation. - "Visual SLAM," which utilizes the "appearance" of images captured by the camera to perform relative self-position estimation. By combining these technologies, high-precision self-position estimation is possible. ◆ Improved Accuracy and Robustness through Sensor Fusion In Visual SLAM and IMU, issues such as error accumulation during long-distance movement and the effects of environmental changes and noise are challenges. We combine multiple sensors to address these issues and achieve high-precision and stable self-position estimation. ◆ Environmental Recognition through Surrounding Map Generation Based on environmental information, we can generate a spatial map of the surroundings in real-time while performing self-position estimation. The environmental map generation function can be utilized for surrounding recognition, enabling applications such as obstacle avoidance, harvesting robots, and picking in warehouse robots.

Middleware for self-position estimation necessary for mobile entities. It enables stable self-position estimation even in factory and indoor environments!

In AGVs and autonomous systems, it is necessary to accurately grasp the destination and self-position for route determination. Our company customizes Toshiba's unique self-position estimation technology for customer systems and optimizes it for real-time systems. ◆ Visual SLAM that operates with low resources This method estimates relative self-position based on the distance changes to multiple feature points visible in the camera. The algorithm, designed for real-time processing, achieves high-speed and low-memory operation. ◆ Improved accuracy and robustness through sensor fusion Using Visual SLAM or IMU alone presents challenges such as error accumulation during long-distance travel and the impact of environmental changes. By combining multiple sensors, our company addresses these issues, achieving high-precision and stable self-position estimation. ◆ Environmental recognition through surrounding map generation Based on environmental information, we can generate a spatial map of the surroundings in real-time while estimating self-position. This can be utilized for obstacle avoidance and error correction, making it applicable to harvesting robots and warehouse robots for picking tasks.

A solution for monitoring equipment status using a 920MHz LPWA wireless mesh network to prevent sudden equipment shutdowns.

■What is NetNucleus LPWA NetNucleus LPWA is a wireless mesh network-based IoT platform that enables low-power, long-range communication using the 920MHz band. Through multi-hop communication, where wireless devices (nodes) relay data to each other, it automatically selects the optimal route according to the communication environment, achieving stable data collection even in poorly visible factory interiors, vast warehouses, or outdoor equipment. Each wireless device is battery-operated, eliminating the need for power or LAN wiring work. By simply installing sensors, you can immediately start equipment monitoring and environmental monitoring. ■NetNucleus LPWA Configuration It consists of child devices that acquire data from sensors and form a mesh network, and a parent device that collects data from the child devices. ■Security Labeling System JC-STAR Certification Obtained This product conforms to JC-STAR Level 1, confirming that it meets certain security standards, allowing you to use it with confidence.

Simultaneous distribution of audio, multilingual information, and exclusive content. Creating new customer experiences and business value.

■ Auracast is a new standard for audio broadcasting based on Bluetooth technology. It is a technology developed by the Bluetooth SIG (Special Interest Group) and primarily offers the following features and benefits: 1. Broadcasting Real-time delivery of designated audio in public spaces such as airports and museums. The LC3 codec enables simultaneous high-quality delivery to multiple headphones. 2. Multi-channel Provides multiple audio channels, allowing users to select the audio they want to hear. Supports multilingual announcements and switching commentary for sports events. 3. Low latency Minimizes audio delay between devices, ensuring precise synchronization.

Audio, only the necessary content for those who need it. A new audio sharing experience realized with Auracast.

■ Auracast is a new standard for audio broadcasting based on Bluetooth technology. It is a technology developed by the Bluetooth SIG (Special Interest Group) and has the following features and advantages: 1. Broadcasting Real-time delivery of designated audio in public spaces such as airports and museums. The LC3 codec allows for high-quality simultaneous delivery to multiple headphones. 2. Multi-channel Provides multiple audio channels, allowing users to select the audio they want to hear. Supports multilingual guidance and switching commentary for sports events. 3. Low latency Minimizes audio delay between devices, ensuring accurate synchronization.

No virus definition files required. Whitelist-type security software that protects embedded Linux devices from malware.

■What is a Whitelist-based Malware Prevention Tool? In recent years, the intrusion of malware from external sources such as viruses and ransomware, as well as the takeover, malfunction, and information leakage of equipment due to the tampering of existing programs, has been increasing. Whitelist-based malware prevention tools can be easily implemented and operated on embedded devices such as external media usage devices, IoT devices, and cloud-connected devices, which have traditionally been difficult to secure. ■Reasons for Choosing Whitelist-based Malware Prevention Tools for Embedded Devices - Execution control is possible even against unknown malware. - Programs necessary for device operation can be easily listed. - The frequency of whitelist updates is low, reducing maintenance effort. - No need for downloading blacklists from external sources. ■What is SecNucleus WhiteEgret? It is a whitelist-based malware prevention tool that does not use virus definition files. It operates quickly even with limited resources, making it easy to implement and operate on embedded devices such as external media usage devices, IoT devices, and cloud-connected devices, which have previously been difficult to secure. ■Features - Script support - Docker support - Acceleration support

Prevent unknown malware from executing. Whitelist-type security 'SecNucleus WhiteEgret' optimized for embedded Linux.

■What is a Whitelist-based Malware Prevention Tool? In recent years, the intrusion of malware from external sources such as viruses and ransomware, as well as the hijacking, malfunction, and information leakage of equipment due to tampering with existing programs, have been expanding. Whitelist-based malware prevention tools can be easily implemented and operated on embedded devices such as external media usage devices, IoT devices, and cloud-connected devices, which have traditionally been difficult to secure. ■Reasons for Choosing Whitelist-based Malware Prevention Tools for Embedded Devices - Execution control is possible even against unknown malware. - Programs necessary for device operation can be easily listed. - The frequency of whitelist updates is low, reducing maintenance effort. - No need for downloading blacklists from external sources. ■What is SecNucleus WhiteEgret? It is a whitelist-based malware prevention tool that does not use virus definition files. It operates quickly even with limited resources, making it easy to implement and operate on embedded devices such as external media usage devices, IoT devices, and cloud-connected devices, which have previously been difficult to secure. ■Features - Script support - Docker support - Speed optimization support

FIPS-compliant, future-oriented IPsec encrypted communication compatible with post-quantum cryptography.

■ Reasons Why IPsec is Necessary to Protect Data in Embedded Devices Embedded devices such as OA equipment and mobile phones require mechanisms to ensure data security due to advancements in hardware performance and communication functions. Our company offers IPsec that supports the latest technologies such as IKEv2. The QuickSec IPsec Toolkit and Quantum Safe IPsec Toolkit provide a complete and highly scalable IPsec solution that communicates with all types of client/server devices and supports the relevant RFCs and standards necessary for servers and clients that need to interoperate with existing gateways. ■ "QuickSec IPsec Toolkit" Utilizing FIPS-compliant cryptographic modules, it provides highly reliable IPsec communication that conforms to international standard RFCs. ■ "Quantum Safe IPsec Toolkit" Supports post-quantum cryptography (PQC), ensuring communication security against future decryption risks. It enables secure encrypted communication across a wide range of systems, from OA equipment and network devices to embedded devices, virtual environments, and the cloud.

IPsec communication compatible with quantum-resistant cryptography, preparing for the era of quantum computers.

■PQC-Compatible IPsec "Quantum Safe IPsec Toolkit" The Quantum Safe IPsec Toolkit is the first product introduced to the market as a complete IPsec software implementation that supports post-quantum cryptography (PQC). It can be integrated with the post-quantum cryptographic module "Quantum Safe Crypto Library," providing high security required in the quantum-safe era. Based on QuickSec's proven track record and performance, it supports over 100 RFCs and standards, achieving high interoperability and scalability. It is compatible with the standard data plane of the Linux kernel, making it ideal for high-traffic environments. ■Overview of Operation Designed in a modular fashion, it allows for flexible configuration using a C language API and XML configuration files. It features multiple integration points, including IKE libraries and data plane APIs, with interoperability and compatibility thoroughly validated as part of the QA process.

From subscription support to control of license numbers and features, and software protection. CodeMeter solves the challenges of license management!

■What is CodeMeter for Software Protection and Licensing? It is a solution that integrates license management and copy protection for software and embedded devices. It protects software from unauthorized copying, tampering, and analysis, and supports the monetization of software through flexible licensing operations. ■What you can do with CodeMeter 1. Prevention of unauthorized copying and tampering of software It protects software from malicious reverse engineering and unauthorized use through encryption, tampering detection, and anti-debugging features. It is also characterized by its ability to be applied without modifying the source code. 2. Flexible license management It allows for the setting of various license types tailored to business models, such as validity period, usage count, feature-based, device-specific, and subscription licenses. Licenses can be provided in file format or as hardware dongles. 3. Wide-ranging support from PCs to embedded devices It supports a wide range of platforms, from PC applications on Windows, Linux, and macOS to embedded Linux, RTOS, and microcontrollers. Multiple editions are available according to the intended use.

Support for real-time decision-making | Embedded combinatorial optimization solutions

The combinatorial optimization problem in embedded systems is an important issue that affects the accuracy of control. Our company provides a fast and secure combinatorial optimization solution using Toshiba's unique quantum-inspired optimization technology for combinatorial optimization problems. ＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝Points＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝ Point 1: Rapid calculation of the understanding of combinatorial optimization problems Point 2: Parallel processing possible on diverse hardware Point 3: Achieving low-latency and secure environments ＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝ ■Flow of applying combinatorial optimization solutions for embedded systems 1. Definition of the problem Clarify the problem domain and the objectives of optimization, and determine the direction for solutions and modeling. 2. Mathematical modeling Represent real-world problems and phenomena in mathematical equations or tables to make them predictable. 3. Definition of the objective function Define the "objective function" that seeks the evaluation value when each variable is given. Define the "constraints" that are acceptable for each variable. 4. Combinatorial optimization Calculate the optimal solution using a combinatorial optimization solver.

Intelligent real-time decision-making with minimal resources.

The combinatorial optimization problem in embedded systems is an important issue that affects the accuracy of control. Our company provides a high-speed and secure combinatorial optimization solution using Toshiba's unique quantum-inspired optimization technology. ＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝Points＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝ Point 1: Rapid calculation of the understanding of combinatorial optimization problems Point 2: Parallel processing possible on diverse hardware Point 3: Achieving low latency and secure environments ＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝ ■Flow of applying combinatorial optimization solutions for embedded systems 1. Problem Definition Clarify the problem domain and the objectives of optimization, and determine the direction for solution and modeling. 2. Mathematical Modeling Represent real-world problems and phenomena in mathematical equations or tables to make them predictable. 3. Definition of Objective Function Define the "objective function" that seeks the evaluation value when each variable is given. Define the acceptable "constraints" for each variable. 4. Combinatorial Optimization Calculate the optimal solution using a combinatorial optimization solver.